Location
Lea Community Primary School, Greavestown Lane, Lea, Preston, Lancashire, PR2 1PD (287 on roll)
Tel: 01772 726408
School website: www.leacp.lancs.sch.uk
Summary
The children, staff and governing body of Lea Community Primary School are looking to appoint a dynamic, enthusiastic and motivated Pastoral Assistant to join our inclusion team in effectively supporting the individual needs of all our children and their families. School life at Lea centres around ensuring our children are happy and our school values which, along with our nurturing ethos provides the essence to our successful and inclusive school. Supporting our children and families through outstanding pastoral care is intrinsic within our daily work and lies at the heart of all we do.
We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Assistant to provide pastoral support to our pupils. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about supporting childrens attendance at school and emotional wellbeing, and in helping them to overcome barriers to learning.
Working closely within our Inclusion Team, our Pastoral Leader, and class teachers, you will support pupils both in and out of the classroom, helping to promote attendance, positive behaviour, emotional resilience, and engagement in school life.
This is a new post and will be a rewarding role where you can make a real difference to the lives of our children. We are passionate about the development of our staff and training opportunities will be available, including the option to complete a L5 TA qualification specialising in SEMH.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide 1:1 and small group pastoral support to pupils by delivering bespoke interventions
- Support children with social, emotional, and mental health SEMH needs
- Help pupils regulate emotions and develop positive coping strategies
- Work closely with teachers to support behaviour and engagement in lessons
- Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils and families
- Provide family support to remove barriers and ensure childrens regular attendance at school.
- Liaise with external agencies where appropriate
- Promote a safe, inclusive, and nurturing school environment
Please note that in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025, an online search will be carried out as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.
Please note CVs are not accepted, to apply for this vacancy you need to complete the application form attached.
This position is part time, term time only, please note the salary quoted is full time equivalent. If successful, the salary received will be paid on a pro rata basis.
Essential Qualifications
Relevant qualifications in Maths and English (GCSE or equivalent)
Desirable Qualifications
Relevant qualifications (e.g. Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant) are desirable but not essential
Essential Experience
- Experience working with children, ideally in a primary school, family support, or similar setting
- Be genuinely dedicated, from the inside out, to our relational policy
- A strong understanding of pastoral care, safeguarding, trauma, behaviour, SEMH and supporting wellbeing
Experienced in supporting school attendance strategies and family support work
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Desirable Experience
- Experience of the Thrive Approach or similar is desirable
- Calm, patient, and empathetic approach
- Ability to build strong relationships with children, families and staff
- Good communication and teamwork skills
Resilience and the ability to respond positively to challenging situations
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Equal Opportunities statement
An Equal Opportunities Employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community
Rehabilitation
Rehabilitation The post you are applying for is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013). If successful you will be required to apply to the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) for a 'disclosure'. Information provided by you or the Disclosure and Barring Service will be dealt with in a confidential manner in accordance with the DBS's Code of Practice. You may view the Code of Practice on the DBS website at www.gov.uk/dbs or alternatively a copy is available on request. Lancashire County Council has a Handling of DBS Certificate Information Policy and a Policy Statement on the Recruitment of Ex-offenders this is available from the recruiting manager to applicants who are asked to complete a DBS application.
